Ice cream imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.9 million of ice cream in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 34% from 2023. Across 2018-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 870 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 715 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 702 t |
Where Tunisia imports ice cream from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 72% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.6M | 72% |
| Libya | $1.4M | 28% |
| France | $11K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.41 per kg, 20% above the world average of $3.66. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ice cream exports from Tunisia
Exports of ice cream by Tunisia reached $2.1 million in 2024 (465 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $2.0M | 95% |
| Senegal | $90K | 4.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $17K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia ice cream imports (HS 2105): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2105: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of ice cream imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported ice cream worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply ice cream to Tunisia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Libya (28%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of ice cream per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.41 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $3.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ice cream to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2018 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2023 at $7.5 million. Over 7 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export ice cream?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ice cream?
The HS code for ice cream is heading 2105. In Tunisia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2105.00. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2105 page.
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